$210,000
SOLD FEB 27, 2018

524 Valhigh Rd West Des Moines, IA 50265

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,322 Sq Ft
7,192 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$159 Per Sq Ft

47 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Valley High School Rated A
  • Mud Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of March 2022

This home is located at 524 Valhigh Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265 and is currently priced at $210,000, approximately $158 per square foot. This property was built in 1949. 524 Valhigh Rd is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Hillside Elementary School, Stilwell Junior High School, and Valley Southwoods Freshman High School.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joseph Bennett

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Last Buyer's Agent

Alex Wick

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,107

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 7,192 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 58x124

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,322 Sq Ft Home
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Dining Area
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Dryer
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32003314000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,107

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 158.85
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 158.85
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 900
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 850
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level
  • Other Rooms: Mud Room
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1322
  • Total Sq Ft: 1322

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1650
  • Lot S F: 7192
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 58X124
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 32003314000000
  • Zoning: R

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 3107.00
  • Net Taxes: 2927.00
  • Tax Year: 2018

MLS Schools

  • School District: West Des Moines

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 29, 2022
Closed on
Mar 24, 2022
Sold by
Miller Kyle M and Miller Megan K
Bought by
Sandberg Nicholas D
Seller's Agent
Alex Wick
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Kristi Pitz
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$289,900
Sold Price
$290,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.03%
Total Days on Market
47
Current Estimated Value
$279,181

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$10,819
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.19%
Original Mortgage
$281,300
Outstanding Balance
$267,713
Interest Rate
4.42%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Estimated Equity
$11,501

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 11, 2018
Closed on
Feb 26, 2018
Sold by
Davis Jonathon L and King Caitlin
Bought by
Miller Kyle M and Miller Megan K
Seller's Agent
Joseph Bennett
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Alex Wick
RE/MAX Precision
List Price
$210,000
Sold Price
$210,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.25%
Original Mortgage
$199,500
Interest Rate
4.04%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 18, 2014
Sold by
Gawtry Lydia Marie and Davis Jonathon Lee
Bought by
Davis Jonathon Lee

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 16, 2014
Sold by
Davis Jonathon L and Davis Lydia Marie
Bought by
Davis Jonathon L and Davis James Stuart

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 29, 2013
Closed on
Jun 6, 2013
Sold by
Tonnemacher Dennis and Tonnemacher Joey Ann
Bought by
Davis Jonathan L and Gawtry Lydia M
Seller's Agent
Dennis Tonnemacher
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Tim Rietz
BHHS First Realty Westown
List Price
$147,500
Sold Price
$146,750
Premium/Discount to List
-$750
-0.51%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.54%
Original Mortgage
$144,091
Interest Rate
3.34%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 25, 2002
Sold by
Jensen David E and Jensen Donna J
Bought by
Tonnemacher Dennis

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$114,000
Interest Rate
5.37%

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Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $290,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $210,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $147,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $119,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $281,300 Balloon
Previous Owner $188,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $199,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $149,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $9,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $144,091 FHA
Previous Owner $20,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $121,500 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $114,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/29/2022 07/29/22 Pending -- -- --
03/25/2022 03/25/22 Pending -- -- --
03/24/2022 03/24/22 Sold $290,000 0.0% $219 / Sq Ft
02/08/2022 02/08/22 For Sale $289,900 0.0% $219 / Sq Ft
01/29/2022 01/29/22 For Sale $289,900 +38.0% $219 / Sq Ft
02/27/2018 02/27/18 Sold $210,000 0.0% $159 / Sq Ft
02/27/2018 02/27/18 Pending -- -- --
01/11/2018 01/11/18 For Sale $210,000 +43.1% $159 / Sq Ft
06/14/2013 06/14/13 Sold $146,750 -0.5% $111 / Sq Ft
06/12/2013 06/12/13 Pending -- -- --
04/29/2013 04/29/13 For Sale $147,500 -- $112 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $4,212 $265,700 $58,500 $207,200
2023 $4,238 $265,700 $58,500 $207,200
2022 $4,018 $219,500 $50,500 $169,000
2021 $3,842 $219,500 $50,500 $169,000
2020 $3,780 $200,200 $45,900 $154,300
2019 $2,836 $200,200 $45,900 $154,300
2018 $2,840 $147,000 $40,900 $106,100
2017 $2,740 $147,000 $40,900 $106,100
2016 $2,676 $138,100 $37,900 $100,200
2015 $2,676 $138,100 $37,900 $100,200
2014 $2,626 $134,300 $36,000 $98,300
Source: Public Records

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 553326

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 320-03314000000